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VUA 668

1982 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,887 mi
Last recorded50,887 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 1982 Triumph Thunderbird22,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUA 668
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2011 50,887 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 50,818 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?

Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 473
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 285
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 173
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VUA 668 is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 22,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Thunderbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VUA 668, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thunderbird typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 44 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of VUA 668?

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What year was VUA 668 registered?

VUA 668 is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 June 1982.

Is VUA 668 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUA 668 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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